Fortuna Sittard edge Groningen as Michut pulls the strings | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Groningen were beaten 3-2 by Fortuna Sittard. Mohammed Ihattaren struck in the 12th minute, finishing a fast break set up by Lequincio Zeefuik. David van der Werff levelled (19.), Zeefuik restored the lead (28.) and Anthony Descotte's breakaway finish made it 3-1 after the restart (72.), before Justin Hubner's own goal set up a tense finish (87.). Despite 67.6% possession and 22 attempts, Groningen hit the target only twice as Fortuna Sittard were ruthless. Fortuna Sittard are fifth and visit ADO Den Haag next, while Groningen drop from second to sixth and host FC Twente.

Player of the Match: Edouard Michut pulled the strings for Fortuna Sittard, delivering two assists, creating three key passes and regaining possession six times to tilt midfield their way.

Stat of the Match: Fortuna Sittard made 59 clearances, a snapshot of the rearguard effort that saw them through.

Three Things We Learned: Groningen slung in 43 crosses at 18.6% accuracy, but the volume brought limited reward. Thom van Bergen attempted seven shots, with just one on target. Fortuna Sittard won 61.5% of their tackles, helping protect a narrow advantage.